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Unlock the power of data to drive smarter decisions in parks and recreation. Join us Thursday, July 23 at 2 p.m. EDT! This session showcases real-world success stories and actionable strategies to help you leverage metrics and storytelling to improve operations, secure capital investments, and build stronger support with decision-makers and your community.

Learn about multigenerational playground innovation from a playground industry veteran. Join this session to discuss playground industry trends — both past and present — and how innovation in the industry is developing to include multigenerational play opportunities.

Playground safety isn’t just about the physical space and infrastructure. Park and recreation professionals also should consider how the social experiences of playground visitors can be improved through an equity lens. Join NRPA staff and playground experts for a conversation on how to promote positive experiences for anyone enjoying a playground.

Parks and recreation professionals face the challenge of meeting evolving community needs with limited resources, making innovation essential for improving efficiency and user experience. This session will explore practical strategies—from small process improvements to advanced technologies—that enhance engagement, sustainability, and park management.

Get ready for a full year of professional growth with 12 curated education Talks, released monthly and free for Premier Members. Each session is designed to deliver high-impact learning in under an hour—perfect for busy parks and recreation professionals who want to stay ahead. This series is offered free to NRPA Premier Members and awards 1.2 CEU in total!

How can you build on the skills you’re teaching youth to do effective workforce development? And how do partnerships fit into it all? This mile marker has the answers.

Engaging the Next Generation: Today’s youth bring new values, priorities, and expectations — and they’re redefining what meaningful engagement and careers look like. To attract and retain youth, park and recreation programs must evolve. Discover how to modernize your offerings and create compelling programming and early-career opportunities that resonate with the next generation.

CAPRA Re-Accreditation – Advanced Topics

This package includes detailed information on the standards in Chapters 6 through 10.